Pucobre’s Control Tower. Credit: Epiroc AB.

Epiroc has signed a collaboration agreement to digitalise mining operations in Chile-based Sociedad Punta del Cobre, commonly known as Pucobre.

The strategic collaboration is expected to boost Pucobre’s productivity and safety at its mining operations in the Atacama region in northern Chile.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

It includes development of an integrated information management system, which is already visible in Pucobre’s newly established control tower.

According to Epiroc, its new 6th Sense Mine Management system will bring together Pucobre’s existing systems and task management and reporting features, including the Mobilaris scheduler.

The existing machine fleet, irrespective of make or model, can be connected to 6th Sense.

Epiroc Mining and Infrastructure senior executive vice-president Helena Hedblom said: “We are happy to collaborate with Pucobre to modernise its mine operations to make it safer and more productive through our digital solutions and our new 6th Sense approach.

“This represents the future of mining.”

Epiroc’s 6th Sense solution helps ensure seamless operation of customers’ processes through automation, system integration and information management.

Pucobre already uses Epiroc’s Simba production drill rigs, Boomer face drilling rigs, and Scooptram and Minetruck underground loading and haulage vehicles.

Furthermore, Epiroc provides consumables and service to Pucobre.

Pucobre CEO Sebastián Ríos said: “We have high expectations in the implementation of 6th Sense to continue improving the safety and productivity of our underground mining operations.

“We have strengthened our relationship with Epiroc, as we both target excellence in mining operations. We rely on Epiroc´s strategic approach, its collaborative work and its professional team, which is regularly present at our mine site.”